Chapter 10

BPOV

Edward places a hand along her back and guides her through the crowd. She realizes that she needs to let the ladies know she is leaving. She pulls his hand to jester to her friends and he smiles and nods. They make their way to her table only to be met with wide eyes. The group of ladies are staring at Edward in awe just as she. Bella thanks them for a good time and tells them she is heading out. They simply nod as if they are unable to speak.

Once Bella and Edward make their way out the door, she is greeted with a cool blast of air and shivers. Suddenly a jacket is draped over her shoulders as they make their way to the parked town car just at the curb. They enter the car and make their way back to the hotel. As they drive down the dark city streets, he glances down at her nuzzled in his side and kisses the top of her hair. She inhales his scent looks into his eyes. The drive did not take long and they quickly reach the hotel and exit the car. She is shocked at how he exits the car and reaches for her hand. It has been a while since she has experiences the likes of a gentleman. They walk through the lobby to the elevators.

Once alone and moving up to their floor, he pulls her to him again and gently kisses her lips. She notices his eyes flutter closed and he sighs. As they reach their floor, he gently walks her to her door, and extends his hand for her room key card. She removes it from her clutch and places it in his hand. He opens the door but does not enter. She looks into his eyes that are ablaze with fire, passion, and something else she can't quite put her finger on. He leans down and kisses her lips, cheek, then her neck just below her ear. She closes her eyes at the feel of someone wanting her this way. His lips are cool and soft like she is a piece of glass. His hands come up to her face and cups her face in his hands. They look at one another for a while before he kisses her again on the lips then leans his to rest his head against her head.

She can feel his breath on her face and her heart and body are alive once again. However, her mind tells her this is not real because she is not pretty or smart enough for the likes of Edward. He pulls away and looks at her again. He then says, "Bella, I had a great time tonight and glad I ran in to you at the club. You are an amazing woman." She smiles at him and says, "I had a great time too. It has been a long time since I have felt that free." His eyes soften as he leans in to kiss her lips again. He then pulls back and says, "It is late and I have an early day tomorrow. Will you be willing to join me for dinner tomorrow?" She is shocked that he desires to see her again that all she can do is nod. "What time will you be done with your sessions tomorrow?" he asks.

Without thinking hesitation, she tells him 4:30 p.m. and he nods. He suddenly asked her for her number so he could call her if he is going to be late. He programs her number in his phone and kisses her one more time before walking down the hall towards his room. She shuts the door to her room and walks in a daze to her desk to put her purse. She feels her lips and cheek where she can still feel the sting of his electrical touch.

She changes into her pj's and climbs into bed thinking about her night, the dancing, and his kiss. She suddenly hears her phone beep and looks to see a text.

Sweet dreams my dearest Bella. I look forward to dinner tomorrow. I will only be thinking of you until then. – Edward

She falls asleep and dreams about him and a feeling of hope.

EPOV

He escorts Bella to her group of friends to say good bye. They are looking at her with awe on their faces. Their thoughts are filled with disbelief and shock. They can only nod at her. He escorts her to the waiting car and opens the door as she enters. As they ride to the hotel, he can't stop looking at her. She is so beautiful, kind, not to mention smells divine. He leans down and nuzzles her neck and cheek. He can feel her pulse in her neck as he places soft kisses on her neck and temple. Surprised that his desire for her body is greater than that for her blood, he continues until they reach the hotel and make their way up to their floor. The trip is quite and for the first time he is glad there is silence. He is use to constant noise and thoughts which he finds the silence with her is peaceful and comfortable.

They reach her door and he reaches out for her room key. He does not want this night to end as he begins to kiss her face, neck, nose, and cheek. He is overwhelmed with the feel of her skin, lips, and touch. He has never felt this sort of pull towards anyone. The connection and electricity flowing between them is unlike anything he has ever felt and he begins to feel what he has listened to in the mind of her family for years. She is the one he has been waiting for over 107 years. Finally, he tells her it is late and that he has an early meeting, which he does, but knows she is tired and will have a terrible hangover in the morning. He then asks her to dinner later and for her number in case he needs to contact her.

He walks towards his room realizing he probably should go hunt to prepare for their date. He feels the vibration of his phone only to see a message from Alice. "A hunt is necessary, tomorrow will be rainy and tomorrow night you should take her to the pier for dinner. Nice moves at the club – I knew you had it in you! I am glad you have found our soul mate. Don't let her go!"

He can't help but laugh as he walks towards the door to hunt for the evening. He then decides to send Bella a quick text as he heads out in the night. As he runs he decides that he is not sure if he could let her go at this point. For the first time he feels complete and full of love and yet all he as done is simply hold and kiss her briefly.